Posted 3/8/2024, 11:27:38 AM
SSA Warns of Surge in Scams Targeting Americans' Social Security Benefits
- The Social Security Administration issued a warning about scams stealing benefits from thousands of Americans
- Scammers use tactics like pretending to be SSA, claiming benefits are suspended, demanding immediate payment, or offering prizes
- Common scams involve fraudsters asking for personal information to allegedly reactivate benefits
- Over 21,000 scams were reported in Q3 2022, a 61.7% increase from Q3 2021
- SSA states it will never threaten arrest, ask for debit/credit card info, or promise benefits for money